Used to polish and decolorize glass, to opacify enamels, to analyze chemicals, to catalyze organic reactions, and to make coatings for heat-resistant alloys and infrared filters; [Merck Index] Cerium oxide nanoparticles are used in diesel fuel as combustion catalysts; [HSDB] Nanoparticles are used in solar and fuel cells, gas sensors, abrasives, oxygen pumps, and other metallurgic, glass, and ceramic applications; [PMID 21191487]

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Used to polish and decolorize glass, to opacify enamels, to analyze chemicals, to catalyze organic reactions, and to make coatings for heat-resistant alloys and infrared filters; [Merck Index] Cerium oxide nanoparticles are used in diesel fuel as combustion catalysts; [HSDB] Nanoparticles are used in solar and fuel cells, gas sensors, abrasives, oxygen pumps, and other metallurgic, glass, and ceramic applications; [PMID 21191487]